Singapore’s PM Highlights Deepfake Threats in Cryptocurrency Scams
Singapore's PM Lee Hsien Loong alerts the public about deepfake videos misusing his image for cryptocurrency scams, emphasizing the need for vigilance and reporting.
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Singapore's PM Lee Hsien Loong alerts the public about deepfake videos misusing his image for cryptocurrency scams, emphasizing the need for vigilance and reporting.
Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has issued a warning against deepfake videos circulating on social media, urging the public to be cautious of cryptocurrency investment scams. The Prime Minister clarified a deepfake video on Facebook, emphasizing the use of AI technology to manipulate his voice and image. He called on the public to ignore such videos and report false information. The Prime Minister also noted the escalating threat of deepfake videos, with recent reports indicating a 500% surge in such content within the country in 2023.
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